The Need
Agriculture remains a cornerstone of the Philippine economy, yet productivity across the sector continues to lag behind its potential. Farmers struggle with outdated practices and limited access to modern agricultural technologies, resulting in poor soil and water management that drives yields down season after season. Without urgent investment in upgrading farmers’ knowledge, skills, and tools, communities that depend on agriculture risk falling further behind — cut off from the growth and food security the sector could otherwise provide.
The Intervention
To address these challenges, Project YABONG integrates farmer capacity development, technology adoption, and community-based learning. It strengthens farmers’ knowledge and skills in soil and water management, equips cooperatives and local officials with modern agricultural tools, and fosters collaboration among students, communities, and government — building a more productive and resilient agricultural sector.
Country:
Phillippines
SDGs:
Key Priority Area/s:
Food Security & Agriculture
Sustainable Economic & Living
Donor:
KFW DEG
Partners:
Royal Eijkelkamp, Local Government Unit of Malolos, Angat and Norzagaray, and other Municipal and City Agricultural Offices of Bulacan
3
Demo farms established in Malolos, Norzagaray and Angat
Goals Achieved:
30
Farmers engaged and Experts trained from partner institutions and Agri-extension officers on use of the Soil & Water Quality Management System
Goals Achieved:
1,004
Trained Farmers and Students on Soil and Water Quality with field trip on Demo Farms
Goals Achieved:
1,019
Copies of Manuals for Soil Health and Water Quality distributed to Farmers and Students
Goals Achieved:
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